LITRG, part of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, has written to the new Financial Secretary to the Treasury, James Murray MP, congratulating him on his appointment and highlighting a number of issues affecting low-income unrepresented taxpayers. 

We have recently updated our website guidance to explain about the national register for visitor accommodation in Wales which opens on 1 October 2026.

We have updated our website guidance on When does Making Tax Digital start for me? to reflect HMRC’s new process for signing up taxpayers for Making Tax Digital (MTD) who have not already signed up themselves. 

If you live in England, Wales or Northern Ireland and do not want to receive the 2026/27 winter fuel payment, you have until 20 September 2026 to opt out online, or until 18 September if you prefer to opt out by phone. This may be of particular interest if you expect your income for this tax year ...

With their video, press release and guidance, HMRC is encouraging people with outstanding loan charge liabilities to consider the new settlement opportunity. 

HMRC have started to issue loan charge settlement offers under the new settlement terms. If you receive an offer, the resources below can help you understand what it means, the checks you should make and what steps you may need to take next.